The Galena Territory AssocationPhoto
brown bar

Calendar of Events and Meetings

Board Meetings

For more information, please call:
Sue Young, Recreation & Activities Coordinator (815) 777-8272, gtarec@thegalenaterritory.com

To View details of an event, move cursor over event.
To Print details of an event, click on event to view in separate page and use "Print Page" button.

July 2008

 
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
 
 
1
  • July 1, 2008 - 1:00 PM
    Happy Birthday America Week
    Location: Owners' Club

    Red, White & Blue, Stars and Stripes, fireworks, apple pie, and baseball make this land our land. Let's celebrate our history and enjoy some of the old-fashioned favorites and new classics of America. All theme weeks will be held Tuesday – Friday of the designated week. Activities may include games, crafts, snacks and more. A minimal charge for certain activities is possible. Please remember the GTA policy, which states that all children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or older) at all facilities and activities in the Galena Territory. Contact Sue Young, Recreation & Activities Coordinator, at (815) 777-8272 for more information.

  • July 1, 2008 - 9:00 am
    NIA
    Location: Owners' Club
    Cost: $5.00

    NIA is short for Neuromuscular Integrative Action. It combines expressive modern dance and heart pumping karate kicks. This dance-based exercise is the ultimate “East meets West” method to tone your body, mind and spirit. Cost varies; no pre-registration needed.

  • July 1, 2008 - 4:00 pm
    Guitar Lessons
    Location: Owners' Club Lounge

    Jim Mantey offers guitar lessons from beginner to advanced in different styles of music. Before moving to Galena, Jim was a regular performer in the Chicago music industry. He is currently a music professor at Loras College in Dubuque, IA, and is dedicated to bringing guitar learning and enjoyment to the community. Lesson reservations required; please call Jim Mantey at 815-858-2574.

  • July 1, 2008 - 1:00 p.m.
    Sew N So's
    Location: Owners' Club Arts & Crafts Center

    Do you have several unfinished sewing projects in your sewing basket or hidden in the back of your closet or how about a problem you can’t quite solve? The Sew N So’s group might be just what you need to answer this question or offer the help you need to complete the project. A wide variety of experience, expertise and knowledge will help you finish those unfinished projects. Different members of the group teach fun group projects, too. Come share your favorite projects.

  • July 1, 2008 - 9:00 am
    Tennis Doubles
    Location: Owners Club Gym/Marina Courts

    Tennis doubles are open to everyone! It doesn’t matter about skill level; its about having fun! A round-robin rotation is used so that players have the opportunity to compete with and against different people. All are welcome! No advanced sign-up is necessary.

  • 2
  • July 2, 2008 - 1:00 pm
    Happy Birthday America Week
    Location: Owners' Club

    Red, White & Blue, Stars and Stripes, fireworks, apple pie, and baseball make this land our land. Let's celebrate our history and enjoy some of the old-fashioned favorites and new classics of America. All theme weeks will be held Tuesday – Friday of the designated week. Activities may include games, crafts, snacks and more. A minimal charge for certain activities is possible. Please remember the GTA policy, which states that all children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or older) at all facilities and activities in the Galena Territory. Contact Sue Young, Recreation & Activities Coordinator, at (815) 777-8272 for more information.

  • July 2, 2008 - 12:30 pm
    Bridge
    Location: Owners' Club Lounge

    Our bridge groups meet every Wednesday.

    The 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesdays are for Duplicate Bridge starting at 12:30 p.m.;the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays are set aside for Rubber Bridge starting at 1:00 p.m.

    Bridge lessons are available at certain times of the year, too. Everyone is welcome to join in.

  • July 2, 2008 - 8:45 am
    Basic Hatha Yoga
    Location: Owners' Club Fitness Center
    Cost: $5.00

    Basic Hatha Yoga can benefit your metabolism, relieve tension, muscle aches and help you to maintain great health all of your life. Of course, with anything you have to remember that not only exercise can keep your body and mind healthy. You also have to be conscious of what you eat and be aware of yourself. Yoga can help you in these areas and encourage you to live a better life. Attention to individual body type and levels of flexibility.

  • July 2, 2008 - 10:00 a.m.
    Ladies' Coffee
    Location: Owners' Club Lounge

    The ladies coffee is a weekly event at the Owners’ Club Complex held on Wednesday mornings. This event is a chance for ladies to meet and socialize with old and new friends. Volunteer hostesses serve a light variety of breakfast finger foods. Weekly announcements keep everyone updated on Territory and area happenings. No sign-up is required; everyone is welcome to come.

  • 3
  • July 3, 2008 - 1:00 pm
    Happy Birthday America Week
    Location: Owners' Club

    Red, White & Blue, Stars and Stripes, fireworks, apple pie, and baseball make this land our land. Let's celebrate our history and enjoy some of the old-fashioned favorites and new classics of America. All theme weeks will be held Tuesday – Friday of the designated week. Activities may include games, crafts, snacks and more. A minimal charge for certain activities is possible. Please remember the GTA policy, which states that all children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or older) at all facilities and activities in the Galena Territory. Contact Sue Young, Recreation & Activities Coordinator, at (815) 777-8272 for more information.

  • July 3, 2008 - 9:00 am
    Advanced Art Class with Janet Checker
    Location: Owners' Club Arts & Crafts Center
    Cost: $60.00
    Do you have a hidden passion to learn to paint with oil, acrylics or maybe pastels? If you are a beginner or just need a little help brushing up on your skills or maybe you painted years ago and want to get back in the swing. Janet Checker, a local area artist, teaches at the Owners’ Club Complex every Thursday. Purchase of personal art supplies is required. Off project locations painting trips are also a class favorite.

  • July 3, 2008 - 8:00 a.m.
    Men's Coffee
    Location: Owners' Club Lounge
    Thursday mornings are for the men at the Owners’ Club Complex. Coffee, donuts and good conversation is a terrific way to keep everyone updated on Territory and area happenings. No sign-up is required; everyone is welcome to come.

  • July 3, 2008 - 5:00 p.m.
    Yoga For Life
    Location: Owners' Club Fitness Center
    Cost: $10.00

    Linda Rode will be your instructor and will focus on: Proper breathing techniques for meditation & asana practice The primary openings of the hips and shoulders Extension, flexion and rotation of the spine Linda is a registered Hatha yoga teacher having received her certification through The Temple of Kriya Yoga in Chicago, Illinois. She has practiced yoga for more than 10 years, five of which while living in Japan and Singapore. Linda’s philosophy is that yoga should be accessible to all students and create a feeling of stability and comfort through a series of structured poses. Therefore, props such as blocks, belts, blankets and/or chairs are often used during her classes

  • July 3, 2008 - 9:00 am
    Tennis Doubles
    Location: Marina Courts
    Tennis doubles are open to everyone! It doesn’t matter about skill level; its about having fun! A round-robin rotation is used so that players have the opportunity to compete with and against different people. All are welcome! No advanced sign-up is necessary.

  • July 3, 2008 - 10:00 a.m.
    Line Dancing for Fun
    Location: Owners' Club

    Learn to line dance it great fun and what a way to make exercising fun!    There is not cost for this great fun activity. Weekly activity.

  • 4
  • July 4, 2008 - 9:00 am
    NIA
    Location: Owners' Club
    Cost: $5.00

    NIA is short for Neuromuscular Integrative Action. It combines expressive modern dance and heart pumping karate kicks. This dance-based exercise is the ultimate “East meets West” method to tone your body, mind and spirit. Cost varies; no pre-registration needed.

  • July 4, 2008 - 7:30 pm
    Shenandoah Rodeo Days
    Location: Shenandoah Riding Center

    Cowboys, cowgirls, horses, and bulls...nothing says "I'm Proud to be an American" like good old fashioned rodeo fun! A spectacular fireworks show will close out this annual celebration...so join in on the fun! Adults $15.00 at the gate $12.00 in advance(13+) -Children (6-12)  $10.00 at the gate $7.00 in advance  (5 and under free)

  • 5
  • July 5, 2008 - 8:00PM
    Galena Astronomical Society Night Skies Public Observation
    Location: Galena Territory Owner's Club

    Bring your telescope or come and join us for a night of star gazing. Please bring lawn chairs or blanket for seating. Everyone is welcome! For more information contact Sue Young, Coordinator Recreation & Activities Department (815) 777-8272. NO CHARGE!

  • July 5, 2008 - 9:00 am
    Tennis Doubles
    Location: Marina Courts
    Tennis doubles are open to everyone! It doesn’t matter about skill level; its about having fun! A round-robin rotation is used so that players have the opportunity to compete with and against different people. All are welcome! No advanced sign-up is necessary.

  • July 5, 2008 - 7:30 pm
    Shenandoah Rodeo Days
    Location: Shenandoah Riding Center

    Cowboys, cowgirls, horses, and bulls...nothing says "I'm Proud to be an American" like good old fashioned rodeo fun! A spectacular fireworks show will close out this annual celebration...so join in on the fun! Adults $15.00 at the gate $12.00 in advance(13+) -Children (6-12)  $10.00 at the gate $7.00 in advance  (5 and under free)

  • July 5, 2008 - 9:00 a.m.
    NIA
    Location: Owners' Club Social Hall

  • 6
    7
  • July 7, 2008 - 7:00 pm
    Men's Monday Night Card Game
    Location: Owners' Club

    This group of gentlemen meets weekly to play various card games. So, guys, if you’re looking for something to do on a Monday night, stop by the Owners’ Club and play a hand (or 2) of cards!

  • July 7, 2008 - 5:00 p.m.
    Yoga For Life
    Location: Owners' Club Fitness Center
    Cost: $10.00

    Linda Rode will be your instructor and will focus on: Proper breathing techniques for meditation & asana practice The primary openings of the hips and shoulders Extension, flexion and rotation of the spine Linda is a registered Hatha yoga teacher having received her certification through The Temple of Kriya Yoga in Chicago, Illinois. She has practiced yoga for more than 10 years, five of which while living in Japan and Singapore. Linda’s philosophy is that yoga should be accessible to all students and create a feeling of stability and comfort through a series of structured poses. Therefore, props such as blocks, belts, blankets and/or chairs are often used during her classes

  • July 7, 2008 - 1:00 p.m.
    Territory Tappers
    Location: Owners' Club Social Hall

    8-Week Territory Tappers Class   $40.00 per session or $6.00 per class
    9:00 a.m. ~ Owners' Club Social Hall
    Tap or hard soled shoes required.

    Tap is a fun and great way to get exercise and to make noise with your feet!"

    For more information contact: Sue Young, Coordinator
    Recreation& Activities Department
    (815)777-8272

     

  • 8
  • July 8, 2008 - 1:00 PM
    Happy Holidays Week
    Location: Owners' Club

    Not all of our Territory kids are able to join us for holidays, so we wanted to give them the chance to celebrate the holidays with us. All theme weeks will be held Tuesday – Friday of the designated week. Activities may include games, crafts, snacks and more. A minimal charge for certain activities is possible. Please remember the GTA policy, which states that all children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or older) at all facilities and activities in the Galena Territory. Contact Sue Young, Recreation & Activities Coordinator, at (815) 777-8272 for more information.

  • July 8, 2008 - 9:00 am
    NIA
    Location: Owners' Club
    Cost: $5.00

    NIA is short for Neuromuscular Integrative Action. It combines expressive modern dance and heart pumping karate kicks. This dance-based exercise is the ultimate “East meets West” method to tone your body, mind and spirit. Cost varies; no pre-registration needed.

  • July 8, 2008 - 4:00 pm
    Guitar Lessons
    Location: Owners' Club Lounge

    Jim Mantey offers guitar lessons from beginner to advanced in different styles of music. Before moving to Galena, Jim was a regular performer in the Chicago music industry. He is currently a music professor at Loras College in Dubuque, IA, and is dedicated to bringing guitar learning and enjoyment to the community. Lesson reservations required; please call Jim Mantey at 815-858-2574.

  • July 8, 2008 - 1:00 p.m.
    Sew N So's
    Location: Owners' Club Arts & Crafts Center

    Do you have several unfinished sewing projects in your sewing basket or hidden in the back of your closet or how about a problem you can’t quite solve? The Sew N So’s group might be just what you need to answer this question or offer the help you need to complete the project. A wide variety of experience, expertise and knowledge will help you finish those unfinished projects. Different members of the group teach fun group projects, too. Come share your favorite projects.

  • July 8, 2008 - 9:00 am
    Tennis Doubles
    Location: Owners Club Gym/Marina Courts

    Tennis doubles are open to everyone! It doesn’t matter about skill level; its about having fun! A round-robin rotation is used so that players have the opportunity to compete with and against different people. All are welcome! No advanced sign-up is necessary.

  • 9
  • July 9, 2008 - 1:00 pm
    Happy Holidays Week
    Location: Owners' Club

    Not all of our Territory kids are able to join us for holidays, so we wanted to give them the chance to celebrate the holidays with us. All theme weeks will be held Tuesday – Friday of the designated week. Activities may include games, crafts, snacks and more. A minimal charge for certain activities is possible. Please remember the GTA policy, which states that all children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or older) at all facilities and activities in the Galena Territory. Contact Sue Young, Recreation & Activities Coordinator, at (815) 777-8272 for more information.

  • July 9, 2008 - 12:30 pm
    Bridge
    Location: Owners' Club Lounge

    Our bridge groups meet every Wednesday.

    The 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesdays are for Duplicate Bridge starting at 12:30 p.m.;the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays are set aside for Rubber Bridge starting at 1:00 p.m.

    Bridge lessons are available at certain times of the year, too. Everyone is welcome to join in.

  • July 9, 2008 - 8:45 am
    Basic Hatha Yoga
    Location: Owners' Club Fitness Center
    Cost: $5.00

    Basic Hatha Yoga can benefit your metabolism, relieve tension, muscle aches and help you to maintain great health all of your life. Of course, with anything you have to remember that not only exercise can keep your body and mind healthy. You also have to be conscious of what you eat and be aware of yourself. Yoga can help you in these areas and encourage you to live a better life. Attention to individual body type and levels of flexibility.

  • July 9, 2008 - 10:00 a.m.
    Ladies' Coffee
    Location: Owners' Club Lounge

    The ladies coffee is a weekly event at the Owners’ Club Complex held on Wednesday mornings. This event is a chance for ladies to meet and socialize with old and new friends. Volunteer hostesses serve a light variety of breakfast finger foods. Weekly announcements keep everyone updated on Territory and area happenings. No sign-up is required; everyone is welcome to come.

  • 10
  • July 10, 2008 - 7:00-9:00PM
    Ladies' Game Night
    Location: Owners' Club Lounge
    Ladies are you looking for a little fun of your own? Come and join us for an evening away from home! Leave the dishes behind and enjoy something a little different!


    For more information contact Sue Young, Coordinator Recreation & Activities Department (815) 777-8272

  • July 10, 2008 - 1:00 pm
    Happy Holidays Week
    Location: Owners' Club

    Not all of our Territory kids are able to join us for holidays, so we wanted to give them the chance to celebrate the holidays with us. All theme weeks will be held Tuesday – Friday of the designated week. Activities may include games, crafts, snacks and more. A minimal charge for certain activities is possible. Please remember the GTA policy, which states that all children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or older) at all facilities and activities in the Galena Territory. Contact Sue Young, Recreation & Activities Coordinator, at (815) 777-8272 for more information.

  • July 10, 2008 - 9:00 am
    Advanced Art Class with Janet Checker
    Location: Owners' Club Arts & Crafts Center
    Cost: $60.00
    Do you have a hidden passion to learn to paint with oil, acrylics or maybe pastels? If you are a beginner or just need a little help brushing up on your skills or maybe you painted years ago and want to get back in the swing. Janet Checker, a local area artist, teaches at the Owners’ Club Complex every Thursday. Purchase of personal art supplies is required. Off project locations painting trips are also a class favorite.

  • July 10, 2008 - 8:00 a.m.
    Men's Coffee
    Location: Owners' Club Lounge
    Thursday mornings are for the men at the Owners’ Club Complex. Coffee, donuts and good conversation is a terrific way to keep everyone updated on Territory and area happenings. No sign-up is required; everyone is welcome to come.

  • July 10, 2008 - 5:00 p.m.
    Yoga For Life
    Location: Owners' Club Fitness Center
    Cost: $10.00

    Linda Rode will be your instructor and will focus on: Proper breathing techniques for meditation & asana practice The primary openings of the hips and shoulders Extension, flexion and rotation of the spine Linda is a registered Hatha yoga teacher having received her certification through The Temple of Kriya Yoga in Chicago, Illinois. She has practiced yoga for more than 10 years, five of which while living in Japan and Singapore. Linda’s philosophy is that yoga should be accessible to all students and create a feeling of stability and comfort through a series of structured poses. Therefore, props such as blocks, belts, blankets and/or chairs are often used during her classes

  • July 10, 2008 - 9:00 am
    Tennis Doubles
    Location: Marina Courts
    Tennis doubles are open to everyone! It doesn’t matter about skill level; its about having fun! A round-robin rotation is used so that players have the opportunity to compete with and against different people. All are welcome! No advanced sign-up is necessary.

  • July 10, 2008 - 10:00 a.m.
    Line Dancing for Fun
    Location: Owners' Club

    Learn to line dance it great fun and what a way to make exercising fun!    There is not cost for this great fun activity. Weekly activity.

  • 11
  • July 11, 2008 - 1:00 pm
    Happy Holidays Week
    Location: Owners' Club

    Not all of our Territory kids are able to join us for holidays, so we wanted to give them the chance to celebrate the holidays with us. All theme weeks will be held Tuesday – Friday of the designated week. Activities may include games, crafts, snacks and more. A minimal charge for certain activities is possible. Please remember the GTA policy, which states that all children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or older) at all facilities and activities in the Galena Territory. Contact Sue Young, Recreation & Activities Coordinator, at (815) 777-8272 for more information.

  • July 11, 2008 - 9:00 am
    NIA
    Location: Owners' Club
    Cost: $5.00

    NIA is short for Neuromuscular Integrative Action. It combines expressive modern dance and heart pumping karate kicks. This dance-based exercise is the ultimate “East meets West” method to tone your body, mind and spirit. Cost varies; no pre-registration needed.

  • 12
  • July 12, 2008 - 10:00 a.m.
    Farm Fun Day
    Location: Marina Park

    Have you ever wanted to visit a farm? Well we have brought the farm to you. Join the Recreation Department at the Marina Park for a morning of farm fun.. Learn to make butter and icecream and even have a chance to milk a cow! A petting zoo will be ther efor the little ones to pet serveral different types of farm animals. No Charge for this event.

  • July 12, 2008 - 1:00 PM
    Emergency Services Day
    Location: Owner's Club

    Join the Galena Territory Fire and Recreation Department along with our special guest learning and experiencing all about community safety! We guarantee you will have hands on learning experiences with all our local safety personnel. Here is a sample of some of the activities ...... Fire Trucks and Fire Equipment Fire House Tour Medical Flight Helicopter Galena Ambulance Jo Daviess County Sheriff Department Finger Printing Search and Rescue Dogs Educational Smoke House for the kids Jo Carroll Electric Power Line Safety

  • July 12, 2008 - 9:00 am
    Tennis Doubles
    Location: Marina Courts
    Tennis doubles are open to everyone! It doesn’t matter about skill level; its about having fun! A round-robin rotation is used so that players have the opportunity to compete with and against different people. All are welcome! No advanced sign-up is necessary.

  • 13
    14
  • July 14, 2008 - 7:00 pm
    Men's Monday Night Card Game
    Location: Owners' Club

    This group of gentlemen meets weekly to play various card games. So, guys, if you’re looking for something to do on a Monday night, stop by the Owners’ Club and play a hand (or 2) of cards!

  • July 14, 2008 - 5:00 p.m.
    Yoga For Life
    Location: Owners' Club Fitness Center
    Cost: $10.00

    Linda Rode will be your instructor and will focus on: Proper breathing techniques for meditation & asana practice The primary openings of the hips and shoulders Extension, flexion and rotation of the spine Linda is a registered Hatha yoga teacher having received her certification through The Temple of Kriya Yoga in Chicago, Illinois. She has practiced yoga for more than 10 years, five of which while living in Japan and Singapore. Linda’s philosophy is that yoga should be accessible to all students and create a feeling of stability and comfort through a series of structured poses. Therefore, props such as blocks, belts, blankets and/or chairs are often used during her classes